Determinants and Drivers of Infectious Disease Threat Events in Europe
Determinants and Drivers of Infectious Disease Threat Events in Europe
Abstract Infectious disease threat events (IDTEs) are increasing in frequency worldwide. We analyzed underlying drivers of 116 IDTEs detected in Europe during 2008–2013 by epidemic intelligence at the European Centre of Disease Prevention and Control. Seventeen drivers were identified and categorized into 3 groups: globalization and environment, sociodemographic, and public …